Live chat with WR Denarius Moore on Thursday at 3:30 p.m.
By Steve Corkran
Wednesday, September 28th, 2011 at 11:05 pm in Oakland Raiders.
Wide receiver Denarius Moore is the most exciting rookie the Raiders have had in quite some time. He burst on the scene early in training camp by making the spectacular look routine every day in practice.
People began taking notice once they were able to see Moore’s exploits in Oakland’s four exhibition games. Once the regular season arrived, Moore caught the attention of people outside the Bay Area.
Now, he is on everyone’s radar, if not their fantasy teams. I am pleased to announce that Denarius Moore, a fifth-round pick out of Tennessee, has agreed to take part in a live chat Thursday from 3:30 p.m. until he runs out of answers.
So, please, sign in early, submit your questions and enjoy what the engaging receiver has to say on an array of topics. If he handles this assignment the way he does his roles with the Raiders, it’s sure to be a smashing success.
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September 28th, 2011 at 11:06 pm
September 28th, 2011 at 11:07 pm
Denarius Moore is fcking LEGIT!
September 28th, 2011 at 11:12 pm
Seymour Bush Says:
September 28th, 2011 at 11:08 pm
ghostraiders Says:
September 28th, 2011 at 10:45 pm
Rob… why even answer that foolish talkmm man… he’s a nut…. never talks about raider football… only wants to talk about the devil al Davis. .. its pathetic man… but for some reason people go down to his level and actually try to make sense of his gibberish. …
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Actually he is bad for the team. Very bad. So is the other moron, Koolkell. And let me explain why. When you take the culpability of who is actually responsible for losses, i.e. the players, and continually put it onto Davis, it removes the culpability of the players who are actually responsible. Not Al Davis who is 3000 miles from the field. In other words, if someone walks into a school and shoots 20 kids, and then turns around and says “It wasn’t me, it was the guns fault,” it’s the same principle. Put the culpability on the culprit. If McClain cannot tackle Tomlinson, blame McClain. If McClain cannot tackle anyone, then at the end of the year, you can blame Davis.
September 28th, 2011 at 11:20 pm
Goldie7 Says:
September 28th, 2011 at 4:23 pm
Let’s Go Raiders! I’ll never, ever, ever, never forget the “Tuck Rule”. Never in a million years.
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First off, it’s not the “Tuck Rule”. It’s called the “Snow Job.” For a multitude of reasons. Remember that.
September 28th, 2011 at 11:39 pm
Remember when we were all laking about what a tough schdule we had? Trying to figure out how many wins we could pull out. I dont see anyone on there that this offense cant score against. Not that we win every game. But it looks good.
September 28th, 2011 at 11:45 pm
Raiders 34, Pats 28
September 28th, 2011 at 11:54 pm
Someone needs to ask Denarius his thoughts after jumping in the blackhole for the very 1st time in his career last Sunday.
September 29th, 2011 at 12:01 am
Rob_raider Says:
September 28th, 2011 at 11:13 pm
i have one little issue w/ satele’s hit. there were two guys standing there, waiting to be blocked. he chose the smallest and furthest away. luckily moore just flew by the bigger and closer guy. i will be the first to say i’m not really a big satele fan. it just kinda seemed like he went for the easy kill. the only reason i could see it is if he thought the play was going outside, which is a distinct possibility. it goes fast and maybe he thought he was taking out the outside man for denarious. just an observation that kinds bugged me b/c like everyone, i got juiced when i saw it, but when i noticed it was satele, i was a little surprised. maybe i’m on the verge going “sullivan” on satele. uh-oh. get ready for countless daily rips of satele.
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Nah, I don’t see it that way. The bigger guy isn’t nimble enough to get Moore. Besides, I think he got the guy that was closest to him, and therefore closer to catching Moore since Satele was down the field a bit.
September 29th, 2011 at 12:03 am
We have finally found our coach, gents. HuJack is the man,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYxjT9wqdw8&feature=related
September 29th, 2011 at 12:08 am
had a fantastic night, met two republican firefighters from chicago.. had to ask how that was working out for them =)
September 29th, 2011 at 12:26 am
It’s funny. I don’t know why people respond to me so much, either. I’ll just make a simple little point on whatever topic is being discussed, and I’ll get 50 responses. Some people in here make excellent points, and nobody ever responds to them. I sneeze, and the whole board gravitates around me. I don’t understand it, either. I can’t help it if people think what I’m saying has a strong impact, but for some reason they do. It’s just something you guys are going to have to sort out yourselves.
September 29th, 2011 at 12:30 am
OMG. Comment 174, recent page. Rob Raider admits I’m right about Al not paying Hue. After sitting there trying to fight me fire with fire, he just fesses up and says exactly what I said. That when Hue wants money, Al’s going to kick him to the curb.
And that’s the thing. It’s funny. Most of the Davis worshipers agree with me. They know I’m right. They just don’t want me to talk about it. Well, sorry. That just aint how it works.
September 29th, 2011 at 12:32 am
And, I do have a reliable source that Al is already becoming agitated by Hue’s personality. Hue may not even be here next year. There’ll be lots more on that in the coming days.
September 29th, 2011 at 12:49 am
13.Sullivan44 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 12:32 am
And, I do have a reliable source that Al is already becoming agitated by Hue’s personality. Hue may not even be here next year. There’ll be lots more on that in the coming days.
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RMR. Yawn…
The ONLY reliable sources about the Raiders are right here and at RNS. Others sugar coat it or hate on it. Fug it, strait dope on all things silver and black, those are all I need.
September 29th, 2011 at 12:50 am
10. Sad but true…
September 29th, 2011 at 12:52 am
Im going to say the O line questions I had early on seemed legit. I think its a surprise how well this line is playing.
The play action because of the run game is making them look better too. Likin it
September 29th, 2011 at 1:01 am
This line is playing AMAZINGLY well! And with basically a 3rd round pick, a 2nd round pick, and 3 castoffs. Great coaching job done there. We need to keep that coach long-term. Campbell is NOT the fastest decision maker or release in the game by a LONG shot and only has been sacked 2 times. HUGE running holes for the RBs.
Probably our strongest unit or probably 1B with the RBs being the strongest. Weakest unit right now….the LBers…or maybe Secondary…which means they gotta really step up for our next opponent or they’ll be MAJORLY exploited.
September 29th, 2011 at 1:02 am
Anybody who thinks that sully… the raider hating Jack ass brings up good points is a fool!! He’s a self hating raider fan..if that.. a complete lunatic!! Its sad that most people come here to talk raider football. ..except for one sick individual who has some sick obsession with al Davis. .. get a fricken life. .you gimp!!
September 29th, 2011 at 1:07 am
I haven’t seen a rookieet alone a wideout come in like Moore did this year…. Let’s not forget ford came on midseason last year but be didn’t shine like Moore has since he strapped on a chinstrap for us…. My motto has been if u got it from day one u will most likely be good ur whole career…. I fully expect Moore to be our best wideout for years…. McFadden and Moore are the type of players that can help Jason Campbell find his mojo…. With that being said I expect the pats to stack the box and testing Campbells ability to audiblize and make the right throws to beat them…. If Campbell and Moore along with other recievers learn how to play the defense in those situations then just maybe is when we become very very dangerous… It hasn’t came yet but give them a little more time then we become a 2 dimensional offense that would have the fastest reciever/ running back combo and the greatest show on the infield dirt….. Did u know we r the only NFL team now that shares a stadium with an MLB team ? Give us a potent squad that can entertain us and we can fill up the seats and start to discuss a new stadium…. In my dreams…. Goodnight gents
September 29th, 2011 at 1:31 am
# 1eyedpirate Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 1:07 am
Give them a little more time then we become a 2 dimensional offense that would have the fastest reciever/ running back combo and the greatest show on the infield dirt…..
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Infield dirt is gone. Bay Area Baseball season is over. The Coliseum is strictly for the Raiders now.
We should be seeing grass from now on. No more infield dirt.
September 29th, 2011 at 1:35 am
Action Jackson mentioned about possibly being part of the reason that slowed Jacoby Ford’s progress last year. You can see he’s not holding back with D. Moore. There shouldn’t be any hesitation once Ford is back. Ford and Moore should be the Raiders starting WRs. Hagen deserves to be #3 with his sure hands. The others can get in line after that.
Campbell has been very smart with the ball. If he can continue to play with this much confidence, we can go places. Raider Nation complained about how often he would under throw the WRs. He’s started to fix that problem. Moore’s TD on Buffalo and the beautiful strike to Bush down the sideline to help seal the game vs. the Jets. Even throughout the game, his throws down field vs. Cromatie caused multiple PI calls. Very, very effective. Seems like a whole different QB back there. Give our Offensive line credit for giving him time.
September 29th, 2011 at 1:40 am
Try Some Reality Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 12:01 am
Rob_raider Says:
September 28th, 2011 at 11:13 pm
i have one little issue w/ satele’s hit. there were two guys standing there, waiting to be blocked. he chose the smallest and furthest away. luckily moore just flew by the bigger and closer guy. i will be the first to say i’m not really a big satele fan. it just kinda seemed like he went for the easy kill. the only reason i could see it is if he thought the play was going outside, which is a distinct possibility. it goes fast and maybe he thought he was taking out the outside man for denarious. just an observation that kinds bugged me b/c like everyone, i got juiced when i saw it, but when i noticed it was satele, i was a little surprised. maybe i’m on the verge going “sullivan” on satele. uh-oh. get ready for countless daily rips of satele.
Wow, that’s really nit picking! It was a great block. It helped get the job done. I think you should focus on the positive and realize maybe Satele is more concerned about DBs, Safeties, having the speed to catch Moore from behind rather than DL or LBs. Heck, if that was a kill shot, maybe the DB doesn’t even come back into the game.
September 29th, 2011 at 1:41 am
Davis already agitated by Jackson’s outgoing style. Jackson probably won’t be here next year. I’ll have plenty more on this in the coming days.
September 29th, 2011 at 1:44 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 12:32 am
And, I do have a reliable source that Al is already becoming agitated by Hue’s personality. Hue may not even be here next year. There’ll be lots more on that in the coming days.
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what “source” told you a lie like that.
They told you that so u could furl this blog with your negativity
September 29th, 2011 at 1:47 am
# Sullivan44 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 1:41 am
Davis already agitated by Jackson’s outgoing style. Jackson probably won’t be here next year. I’ll have plenty more on this in the coming days.
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You said that if the Raiders lost in Buffalo then we would NOT sell out the home opener against the Jets.
You also said that the Raiders would lose to the Jets no matter how many times we ran the ball.
You credibility this season is already shot. No one takes anything you say seriously anymore.
Sorry you lose.
September 29th, 2011 at 1:51 am
t. Weakest unit right now….the LBers…or maybe Secondary…which means they gotta really step up for our next opponent or they’ll be MAJORLY exploited.
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actually the DB’s have held up quite well when u look at film.
Our LB corp has struggled at times an others looked dominate
we need consistent play in all phases of the D to beat the pats.
I said here in the offseason the our DB’s will be fine an I stand by it still
September 29th, 2011 at 2:56 am
To change from zone to man coverage and not miss a beat and the new termoligy is all this defence has to overcome.Bills Jets Patriots you do not flat out bull-rush,you rush and get your hands up to cut their short passing lanes then later on the sacks will come
September 29th, 2011 at 3:00 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 1:41 am
Davis already agitated by Jackson’s outgoing style. Jackson probably won’t be here next year. I’ll have plenty more on this in the coming days.
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Who coach Davis?
September 29th, 2011 at 4:15 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 1:41 am
Davis already agitated by Jackson’s outgoing style. Jackson probably won’t be here next year. I’ll have plenty more on this in the coming days.
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yes we know. u will beat this thing u made up to death.
September 29th, 2011 at 4:17 am
Anhdazman Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 1:40 am
Try Some Reality Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 12:01 am
Rob_raider Says:
September 28th, 2011 at 11:13 pm
i have one little issue w/ satele’s hit. there were two guys standing there, waiting to be blocked. he chose the smallest and furthest away. luckily moore just flew by the bigger and closer guy. i will be the first to say i’m not really a big satele fan. it just kinda seemed like he went for the easy kill. the only reason i could see it is if he thought the play was going outside, which is a distinct possibility. it goes fast and maybe he thought he was taking out the outside man for denarious. just an observation that kinds bugged me b/c like everyone, i got juiced when i saw it, but when i noticed it was satele, i was a little surprised. maybe i’m on the verge going “sullivan” on satele. uh-oh. get ready for countless daily rips of satele.
Wow, that’s really nit picking! It was a great block. It helped get the job done. I think you should focus on the positive and realize maybe Satele is more concerned about DBs, Safeties, having the speed to catch Moore from behind rather than DL or LBs. Heck, if that was a kill shot, maybe the DB doesn’t even come back into the game.
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LOL. yeah i’m in danger of hating on satele like sullivan hates on al davis. well, not quite.
September 29th, 2011 at 4:20 am
Sullivan44 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 12:30 am
OMG. Comment 174, recent page. Rob Raider admits I’m right about Al not paying Hue. After sitting there trying to fight me fire with fire, he just fesses up and says exactly what I said. That when Hue wants money, Al’s going to kick him to the curb.
And that’s the thing. It’s funny. Most of the Davis worshipers agree with me. They know I’m right. They just don’t want me to talk about it. Well, sorry. That just aint how it works.
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u really have to be careful w/ this guy. give him an angle and he’ll run w/ it. for the record, no jackazz. i said he and al have a great relationship and there was no reason to think he would be here less than 6 years. i said i guess sometime down the line, if he was wanting to get a big paycheck, it’s possible he could leave. that’s it. that’s me agreeing w/ u? cmon man. u need to get some help dude. seriously, u’ll be happier if u can talk it out w/ someone other than us. it’s not healthy for u.
September 29th, 2011 at 4:22 am
for the record, al davis is awesome! i love the man. he is the raiders. go al! us against the world!
September 29th, 2011 at 4:22 am
and sullivan
September 29th, 2011 at 4:29 am
I HOPE New England stacks the box against us for two reasons; one, because if DMac gets to the second level against a stacked box, he’s gone and two, it just makes the play-action pass (which Campbell is very good at) that much more effective.
That said, I’m not as much worried about our ability to score points as I am our ability to stop the Patriots. If it’s late in the fourth quarter and we’re not up by two scores it’s going to be white-knuckle time.
September 29th, 2011 at 4:31 am
the opening spread on this game was ne by 4 1/2. that alone was eye opening. not nearly as large a spread as u would have predicted a few weeks ago. it has since move down to 4. that means people are starting to believe that the raiders could be in this game. and i think the line is heavily influenced by the reputation of the patriots. they couldn’t have set it any lower. what this really means is that according to vegas, the raiders could very well win this game. i feel pretty strongly that they will. our offense is capable of running clock and occasionally striking downfield to cripple them. and our pass rush should force brady into those quick slants curls. but our physical lb’s will lay the wood to these guys. gronkowski is big and he’s a matchup problem for most teams. but our lb’s are bigger than most and can match up physically. and guys like welker and woodhead, while quick, can’t handle getting smashed by 260 lb ‘backers. plus i see guys like moss and scott dropping back into passing lanes, b/c they’re more mobile than most DE’s. and we may see some blitzes from boyd, huff, and branch. in fact, i’m excited about seeing tyvon flying in and laying a vicious hit to brady’s gut. bam! game changer!
September 29th, 2011 at 4:36 am
can u believe how exciting this game is feeling? i mean the patriots are coming into oakland, and i know most of us are feeling very amped at the distinct possibility that the raiders make the statement game of the year. this is fun.
and yes, sullivan is nervous. what the heck is he gonna do if the raiders win? oh yeah, he has already shown his hand. he will admit that the raiders are good and then go on and on for the next 5 or 6 years about al davis is about to dismantle the whole thing.
September 29th, 2011 at 4:40 am
We HAVE to be aggresive with their wideouts at the LOS.
If we learned anything from the Buffalo game it’s that you can’t line up five yards-plus off and expect to be able to cover the short pass.
Chuck ‘em and get ‘em off their routes and timing right away, and the passrush has that split-second extra to get pressure. It’s the key to stopping them, in my opinion.
September 29th, 2011 at 5:08 am
yes. man-to-man bump-and-run. just like al davis would draw it up. this game could shape up as a raider dream. a bigtime power run game featuring one of the fastest backs in football. deep strikes by a big-armed qb delivered to the fastest wr’s in football. physical front 7 play and big, physical cb play, paired w/ headhunting safeties. the raiders!
September 29th, 2011 at 5:08 am
suck on it sullivan!
September 29th, 2011 at 5:09 am
i actually like sullivan and a few of the other sullivan-sympathizers to be here. it wouldn’t be any fun if they weren’t around to rub their noses in the rebirth of the raiders, would it?
September 29th, 2011 at 5:12 am
The Sox had an epic choke-job, and now we will complete the terrible week for New Englanders with a smashing victory, and leave them limping out of California.
What an amazing hour or two last night in baseball though. There is nothing like the energy of a Raider game in sports, but there is nothing like a last game of the season pennant race in baseball in sports either.
Too often, the last week or two of the NFL is mostly irrelevant, and there are boring, blowouts throughout the playoffs.
September 29th, 2011 at 5:14 am
Rob,
Care to update us on the Eli Manning-Jason Campbell stat updates??
I wasn’t involved in that debate, but I do think Eli is on the back end of a top 10 QB.
September 29th, 2011 at 5:30 am
That said, I’m not as much worried about our ability to score points as I am our ability to stop the Patriots. If it’s late in the fourth quarter and we’re not up by two scores it’s going to be white-knuckle time.
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Very true Teach.
These elite guys like Brady, Brees, Rodgers, make being down 10 with 5 minutes to a very winnable situation.
September 29th, 2011 at 5:36 am
Moanin Nation
September 29th, 2011 at 5:55 am
“All I know is, that I play left corner,” Routt said. “And whoever lines up out there, that’s who I got to cover.”
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Chekwa or DVD on Wes Welker.
Yikes!
glad Mike Huff is back to help with that
September 29th, 2011 at 5:57 am
Wes Welker is going to get his. He is the king of getting 3-4 catches on the last minute drive before the half, and in two minute drills.
Realistically, I don’t see much of a scenario where we hold them under 10 catches, but if we can limit that to around 90 yards, we should be fine.
September 29th, 2011 at 6:01 am
I saw Seymour this offseason. He promised me that if he got to close to me, he wouldn’t take me down too hard. I’ll see if he lives up to that.
-Tom Brady
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I hope Rich was bluffing. I want to see Brady’s O-Line peel him off the grass after every pass attempt!
September 29th, 2011 at 6:04 am
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/?eref=sinav&sct=hp_nv_a
Look who’s on the front page!!
September 29th, 2011 at 6:06 am
Steve Corkran > Jerry Mac
September 29th, 2011 at 6:06 am
REALLIONAIREB Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 5:53 am
I think we have da personel to what the Browns done to the Saints & Pats last season.We shld watch da flim from those 2 games and apply some of those looks,cuz it seem to confuse the hell out of Brees & Brady that season.
Sometime rush 3 and drop 8…rush 2 drop 9 with Wimbley dropping into the middle from his De position and have Groves or Moss or Sho-nasty drop underneath Wes Wel and bracket him wit a Db
Not saying use it the hold game,but use it on a few 3rd down and mediums cld giv Brady sometime to think about and confuse his pre-snap reads,because once he can dictate what the Dee is doing is when he spreads it all around
But Let’s Get It Done Raiders
Raiderszzzzzz…OneNation…UndaGod
September 29th, 2011 at 6:08 am
Good Morning Nation!!!
Boston Red Sox, choked big time these last 3 games…so did Atlanta! Wow…and tey had big leads on the wild card…but I do bet that the Yankees purposedly lost every game to Tampa just so they don’t have to see Boston in the playoffs! But what do I know…
Anyways…I hope that choke job continues here in Oak Town! Like Big Rich said….he wants the Black Hole ROCKIN’!!!
September 29th, 2011 at 6:09 am
“McClain is one of the reasons it’s a new day in Oakland. The second-year linebacker out of Alabama made 12 tackles against the Jets.”
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Ann Killion = great writer!!!
September 29th, 2011 at 6:10 am
48.Raiderbuck Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 6:04 am
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/nfl/?eref=sinav&sct=hp_nv_a
Look who’s on the front page!!
Gotta love the props, but the last time they did that…
September 29th, 2011 at 6:10 am
LOL @ Ann Killion & JFB!
September 29th, 2011 at 6:13 am
Is there room on the bandwagon for Killion? Maybe we should just throw her under the wheels and call it a day. She’s written some scathing articles over the last 5 – 6 years.
September 29th, 2011 at 6:13 am
Attn RoMac: It’s probably a sure thing that the Patriots TE is going to embarrass you sometime during the game. You can give a little payback by burying Welker when the opportunity presents itself.
-JB
September 29th, 2011 at 6:14 am
I don’t think McClain should be on the field very much. Boofalo went with their dime in the 2nd half, and picked Brady apart. Having a slow indecisive defender going against Brady sounds like suicide to me.
-Seymour Bush
September 29th, 2011 at 6:16 am
DHB, McClain, the defense. No worries I have lots to complain about to keep you guys on an even keel.
-Dakota
September 29th, 2011 at 6:17 am
The Raiders are getting a ton of props everywhere.
Yesterday, the Herd and Bruschi talked about the Raiders more than any other team. Both were buying them, and the Herd said they reminded him of the Jets from two years ago, and they made the AFC championship game.
INteresting note, Bruschi said that Mankins and Seymour used to just go at it in practice, and a few times it ended with punches being thrown.
Should be fun to watch.
September 29th, 2011 at 6:17 am
Rolando McClain 6-8 52 yards and his 19 catches allowed on season 2nd worst to #Patriots McCourty with 23
-inonewordraider
September 29th, 2011 at 6:19 am
it was McClain’s missed tackle near the line then the hold that broke the play.
-lefty12
Yeah, McClain had him wrapped up and went for the suplex when he should have just finished the play.
-LA to TheBay
September 29th, 2011 at 6:27 am
Bruschi said that Mankins and Seymour used to just go at it in practice, and a few times it ended with punches being thrown.
Should be fun to watch
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awesome!
two former franchise tag players face off
Let’s hope Tommy Kelly & Ronaldo McCrohns step up in a big way this Sunday in terms of pressuring Brady and snuffing out the underneath passing routes
September 29th, 2011 at 6:27 am
McClain did pi** me off when he had LT and he got spun around like a rag doll! I mean, why did Branch have to run from all the way across the field to stop LT at the one? Anyways, Rolando better be on his “A” game this Sunday, and that doesn’t mean make “A” of himself!!!
September 29th, 2011 at 6:37 am
http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/story?id=7030240&_slug_=nfl-oakland-raiders-legitimate-playoff-contenders&action=login&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fnfl%2fstory%3fid%3d7030240%26_slug_%3dnfl-oakland-raiders-legitimate-playoff-contenders
All kinds of love in the press. Jerry MacDonald was right, winning forgives everything. WTG Jerry!
September 29th, 2011 at 7:06 am
hey Raiderbuck, any chance you can cut and past that article here? I cant read it.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:14 am
One of the central themes of the excellent ESPN Films documentary “Catching Hell” was that Cubs fans believed the Steve Bartman interference play was a sign that the 2003 version of the team was just as cursed as all of its predecessors. It wasn’t anything special; it was just the same old Cubs.
That same thought may have crossed the minds of Raiders fans this season. Over the past few years, Oakland’s front office has frequently stockpiled the roster with talented players, but that talent hasn’t led to a stockpile of wins. Instead, those players have consistently failed to perform up to their talent level. The scoreboard has shown some of those same inconsistencies so far this year. Victories over Denver and the Jets were both impressive achievements, but in between was a contest against the Buffalo Bills that saw Oakland get out to a 21-3 halftime lead and then give up 35 second-half points on the way to losing 38-35.
A stretch like that might make Oakland fans wonder if this is the year the Silver and Black finally turn the corner or if this is simply another instance of the same old Raiders, blowing games they have the talent to win.
But after doing detailed game tape and metric analysis, it is clear this team is not the same old Raiders. In fact, it looks like a bona fide playoff contender.
You have to sign up for more, and that’s just wrong.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:17 am
Here you go…I actually do have an insider account…why? I really don’t know…
One of the central themes of the excellent ESPN Films documentary “Catching Hell” was that Cubs fans believed the Steve Bartman interference play was a sign that the 2003 version of the team was just as cursed as all of its predecessors. It wasn’t anything special; it was just the same old Cubs.
That same thought may have crossed the minds of Raiders fans this season. Over the past few years, Oakland’s front office has frequently stockpiled the roster with talented players, but that talent hasn’t led to a stockpile of wins. Instead, those players have consistently failed to perform up to their talent level. The scoreboard has shown some of those same inconsistencies so far this year. Victories over Denver and the Jets were both impressive achievements, but in between was a contest against the Buffalo Bills that saw Oakland get out to a 21-3 halftime lead and then give up 35 second-half points on the way to losing 38-35.
A stretch like that might make Oakland fans wonder if this is the year the Silver and Black finally turn the corner or if this is simply another instance of the same old Raiders, blowing games they have the talent to win.
But after doing detailed game tape and metric analysis, it is clear this team is not the same old Raiders. In fact, it looks like a bona fide playoff contender.
The obvious place to start is to note the play of Darren McFadden. He has always been a dominant player (he was every bit as good as Jamaal Charles on a per-game basis the past three years) but his early MVP-like start is finally getting him the acclaim he deserves as one of the NFL’s best running backs.
But space may be opening for McFadden because of the progress quarterback Jason Campbell has made in his second year in coach Hue Jackson’s system. Campbell ranks in the top 10 in the league in both Total QBR and in passer rating.
Campbell has also made zero bad decisions (defined as when a quarterback makes a mistake with the ball that leads to a turnover or a near turnover — such as a dropped interception or fumble recovered by the offense) this season, so it isn’t as if his numbers are the result of luck.
He’s not just throwing a bunch of safe passes, either — 31 percent of his throws have been of the vertical variety (vertical being defined as aerials thrown 11 or more yards downfield).
AP Photo/Jack Dempsey
Jason Campbell is off to a great start in his second season in Hue Jackson’s system.
That Campbell is gaining 11.8 yards per attempt (YPA) on those vertical throws is impressive enough (only five quarterbacks last year finished the season with a vertical YPA that high), but what makes it even more notable is that it has been largely achieved without the services of Louis Murphy, Jacoby Ford and Kevin Boss. All three have missed significant time because of injury and yet Campbell and the offense have continued to thrive.
One reason Campbell is having success on downfield passes is the superb job the Raiders’ blocking wall has done in protecting him. Oakland has allowed only two sacks this season (a total that is tied for the lowest in the NFL) and one of those occurred on a fluke play when McFadden tripped Campbell while trying to make a block.
That Oakland has achieved this total while having a second-year player (Jared Veldheer) at left tackle and a rookie (Stefen Wisniewski) at left guard speaks volumes for how well this group has been coached.
The improvements are not limited to the offensive side of the ball, however.
No team allowed more rushing yards in 2008-10 than the Raiders, but this year they’ve done a very good job of stopping the run. They are presenting the opposing team with an unfavorable blocking situation 56.8 percent of the time. Only three teams posted a 50 percent or higher total in this metric last year, so Oakland is on an elite pace here.
The Raiders’ pass defense is also holding up despite losing the overrated Nnamdi Asomugha to free agency. Oakland ranks tied for seventh in YPA allowed (6.9), 13th in passer rating allowed (85.3) and is one of only six teams with at least 10 sacks.
So what has caused this turnaround? There are two main reasons.
It starts with the Raiders’ front office/scouting department. Over the past three years, the team has drafted numerous quality starters (Wisniewski, Veldheer, Ford, Rolando McClain, Matt Shaughnessy) as well as a slew of talented depth players (Denarius Moore, Chimdi Chekwa, DeMarcus Van Dyke, Taiwan Jones, Lamarr Houston). Al Davis has taken a lot of heat in recent years for drafting JaMarcus Russell with the No. 1 pick in the 2007 draft, but very few front offices can match his team’s draft success rate over the past three years.
The second reason is Jackson. His hiring looks like a wise move on many levels. It gave Campbell a second season in the same system (something he had not had since high school) and allowed the team to tap into Jackson’s energy. He has the passion of a gospel preacher as well as a clear vision of what type of team he is trying to build.
And that, more than anything else, may be why this team is ready to break out. When talented young players are fired up to play for an enthusiastic coach, it can result in a lot of wins. For the 2011 Raiders, that formula could mean as many as 10 wins and a spot in the playoffs.
KC Joyner, aka the Football Scientist, is a regular contributor to ESPN Insider. He also can be found on Twitter @kcjoynertfs and at his website. He is the author of an annual fantasy football draft guide, which is currently available, and “Blindsided: Why the Left Tackle is Overrated and Other Contrarian Football Thoughts.”
September 29th, 2011 at 7:21 am
D Moore has already had a better career than DHB.
The end
September 29th, 2011 at 7:23 am
Wow.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:28 am
I KNOW!!! Isn’t that awesome! Now to keep the players from believing the hype, and keep getting better every week!
September 29th, 2011 at 7:40 am
70.Raiderbuck Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 7:28 am
I KNOW!!! Isn’t that awesome! Now to keep the players from believing the hype, and keep getting better every week!
I agree! I hope they only believe in the hype that they can do it!
September 29th, 2011 at 7:44 am
Just Fire Baby Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 5:12 am
The Sox had an epic choke-job, and now we will complete the terrible week for New Englanders with a smashing victory, and leave them limping out of California.
What an amazing hour or two last night in baseball though. There is nothing like the energy of a Raider game in sports, but there is nothing like a last game of the season pennant race in baseball in sports either.
Too often, the last week or two of the NFL is mostly irrelevant, and there are boring, blowouts throughout the playoffs.
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They better be limping. I hope we bloody Brady worse than Sanchez. Look at this crap news reporting:
http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/blog/shutdown_corner/post/Breaking-News-Tom-Brady-has-cut-his-hair?urn=nfl-wp8168
Who gives a rat’s ass? I officially hate the Patsies worse than any AFC West team. Seeing Buffalo beat them last week was so beautiful.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:44 am
Raider 49 Pats 38
September 29th, 2011 at 7:45 am
I know I changed my MUP pick to Taiwan Jones, so I’ll live with it. But you know who my MUP pick originally was? Chimdi Checkwa.
Checkwa is your 2011 season MUP.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:46 am
Boston fans are pissed about now. Tampa Bay stole their wildcard spot from them, greatest team ever assembled on paper choked. It’s great to see them all on suicide watch.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:47 am
Now those blowhard Boston fans are going to try and talk up their beloved Pats. I hope we smoke them good this weekend. Drop Brady like he was Jay Cutler.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:48 am
Dmoore is going to slay a pasty or two…
September 29th, 2011 at 7:48 am
Oh by the way,
I fugn hate Boston teams in general.
September 29th, 2011 at 7:53 am
DMAC’s stats:
#1 NFL RB on his way to 2k yards.
61/393/3 rushing and 11/84/1 receiving in 3 games.
He’s on pace for 325/2,096/16 rushing and 59/448/5 receiving.
DMC for MVP
September 29th, 2011 at 7:57 am
I can’t stand Boston teams either. Or their fans.
We gotta get in Brady’s face, raise those arms and knock down balls. That’s how Buffalo got a couple of those picks. The Patriots can’t overcome turnovers anymore. We have to win in that dept
September 29th, 2011 at 8:06 am
SharkCatcher Says:
September 28th, 2011 at 11:54 pm
Someone needs to ask Denarius his thoughts after jumping in the blackhole for the very 1st time in his career last Sunday.
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If I have to see that sorry ass Raider fan step to the side and let DMac land on his ass after his Blackhole dive one more time, I’m going to puke.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:10 am
I saw that too…like he didn’t want nothing to do with it…
September 29th, 2011 at 8:10 am
Raiders-38 Pats-34
Anyone else think we should take a 15yd gimme and give Tom Brady a good hard shot driving him to the ground? Not a dirty shot to the knees or head blow but a good solid pile drive to the ground to give him something to think about. Rolando McClain’s known for his super slams,, might as well make good use of it this week.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:16 am
The key to getting to Brady is getting around his feet. Make him move out of his statue stance he likes to deliver the ball from. Make him rollout or dance in the pocket. He’s a bad decision maker when he tries to be the hero. Use his ego against him and force him to make a play. But under our terms, not his.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:20 am
We need as many DB’s as we can get this Sunday. Getting back MM34 would be huge. McClain is going to need to man up to take down that beast TE Gronkowski.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:21 am
Catching up on my reading. Some preseason predictions in case you all missed them.
Kawakami
Raiders Record 7-9 third place
49ers Record 7-9 third place
Boom Team Detriot
Bust Team Giants
Super Bowl Teams Phili vs. Baltimore
Raiders Blackouts Four
49ers Blackouts None
Poole
Raider Record 7-9 Third Place
49er Record 8-8 Third Place
Boom Team Detriot
Bust Team Colts
Super Bowl Team NE vs NO
Raider Blackouts One
49er Blackouts Two
Purdy
Raiders Record 8-8 2nd Place
49ers Record 6-10 3rd Place
Boom Team Cleveland
Bust Team Colts
Super Bowl Team NE vs. Phili
Raider Blackouts Three
49er Blackouts One
September 29th, 2011 at 8:24 am
YEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH now that is how you start off a morning!
September 29th, 2011 at 8:26 am
86.qodrn Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 8:21 am
Catching up on my reading. Some preseason predictions in case you all missed them.
Kawakami
Raiders Record 7-9 third place
49ers Record 7-9 third place
Boom Team Detriot
Bust Team Giants
Super Bowl Teams Phili vs. Baltimore
Raiders Blackouts Four
49ers Blackouts None
Poole
Raider Record 7-9 Third Place
49er Record 8-8 Third Place
Boom Team Detriot
Bust Team Colts
Super Bowl Team NE vs NO
Raider Blackouts One
49er Blackouts Two
Purdy
Raiders Record 8-8 2nd Place
49ers Record 6-10 3rd Place
Boom Team Cleveland
Bust Team Colts
Super Bowl Team NE vs. Phili
Raider Blackouts Three
49er Blackouts One
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HAHAHA good stuff Q-man….experts eh?
September 29th, 2011 at 8:26 am
@ B@auce
September 29th, 2011 at 8:27 am
http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/europe/fire-ravages-historic-sports-arena-in-danish-capital-3-slightly-injured/2011/09/28/gIQAl6Jq3K_story.html
September 29th, 2011 at 8:28 am
http://photos.denverpost.com/mediacenter/2011/09/large-fire-where-sex-and-erotic-exhibition-was-to-open-in-denmark/#name%20here
September 29th, 2011 at 8:30 am
Just got my raiders texans tickets for next week anyone going to that game?
September 29th, 2011 at 8:35 am
The Dolphins played the Pats tit for tat. We’re better, it’s a much longer flight, and they’ve never heard/seen anything like the black hole this Sunday
September 29th, 2011 at 8:38 am
Black Hole baby! Classic quote from Brian Waters today in the Boston Metro:
“It’s the only place I’ve ever seen an old lady in a wheelchair flipping you the bird with both hands.”
September 29th, 2011 at 8:38 am
93.inonewordraider Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 8:35 am
The Dolphins played the Pats tit for tat. We’re better, it’s a much longer flight, and they’ve never heard/seen anything like the black hole this Sunday
I believe what killed the Dolphins was when they couldn’t punch it in on 4th down and then Welker busted through for 99 1/2 yards the very next play! That is what we have to stop from happening….
September 29th, 2011 at 8:38 am
Week One: Ghost – exact score
Week Two: Sullivan – closest
Week Three: Pretty Rick – closest
/Breaking News/ Raiders 41 NE 31
Big Banana Raiders 31 Pats 28*
Carl Weathers Raiders 47 – patsies 20
Dakota Raiders 28 Pats 27
Datruth Score: Raiders 42 Pats 35
Dhedee98 Raiders 42 Pats 34
DonManokiansNeighbor Raiders 42 Pats 34
EMRaider NE 35 OAK 41
Fingers Raiders 35…. Patsies 30….
GG Raiders 41 Patriots 21
Ghostraiders Raiders 40 patsies 35 a Classic win!!Guest123 Raider 49 Pats 38
Hairybrush Raiders 34 Pats 30
Hendu Raiders 23-ne 17
JLofty Raiders 41 Pasties 34
mikedlopes 38 – 27 Raiders
Method to My Madness Raiders 30 Pats 21
O Raiders 45 Butt-Pats 35
PlunketforHOF Raiders 34 Cheatriots 14 After Goldilocks knocked out of the game before the half
Pretty Rick Raiders-38 Pats-34
qodrn Raiders 35 Patriots 32
R8derCain Raiders 31 Pats 28
R8derRay 41-38 Raiders
Raider510 Raiders 31 Patriots 28
Raiderjhawk 37 Raiders – 35 Patsies
RaiderLen Raiders 38 Patsies 27
RaiderMarty RAIDERS 41 patriots 24
RaiderRockstar Oakland 38 Gisele Bündchen 34
RaideredoutLA
Raiderzmaverick Raiders 34, Pats 28
Reallionreb 38-28 Raiders
Redneck Raider 35-31 RAIDERS
RobRaider raiders 27 pats 20
Severeraiderz Raiders 35 Pats 31
Silverandblack666 Raiders 41 Pats 38
September 29th, 2011 at 8:39 am
thanks for printing that article from the Espn insider. I am too cheap to may the $3.33 Disney is demanding monthly for this stuff.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:39 am
MUP = Chimdi Checkwa
September 29th, 2011 at 8:40 am
The key to sunday’s game….
First play. RoMac piledrives Welker into the ground, picks him up by his ankles, and beats Brady with his lifeless body.
As they cart Brady off the field, he mumbles incoherently… “I was sure they wouldn’t recognize me with my new haircut.”
Raiders 29 Patriots 14
September 29th, 2011 at 8:46 am
guest123 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 8:20 am
We need as many DB’s as we can get this Sunday. Getting back MM34 would be huge. McClain is going to need to man up to take down that beast TE Gronkowski.
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I was just thinking that. If any of our corners go down (Routt, Chekwa, DVD) we’re f’d. I know Huffs a good cover guy but we might need up to 7 cover guys at once. We would have already but why not sign a corner?
September 29th, 2011 at 8:50 am
This game could be the turning point of the Raiders, not this season but for the next several to follow. Momentum and confidence can easily push the Raiders deep into the playoffs.
Hit’em hard Seymour!
September 29th, 2011 at 8:51 am
Pat Kirwan
The Raiders defense beat teams physically last year but overall, they weren’t a good football team. And now, their two best players are gone — Nnamdi Asomugha and Zach Miller.
Prediction: 5-11, fourth in AFC West
September 29th, 2011 at 8:52 am
inonewordraider Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 8:46 am
guest123 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 8:20 am
We need as many DB’s as we can get this Sunday. Getting back MM34 would be huge. McClain is going to need to man up to take down that beast TE Gronkowski.
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I was just thinking that. If any of our corners go down (Routt, Chekwa, DVD) we’re f’d. I know Huffs a good cover guy but we might need up to 7 cover guys at once. We would have already but why not sign a corner?
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That’s exactly what Buffalo did. Played 7 DB’s and cleared the LB’s off the field in the 2nd half. Notice how they were able to get their hands around the ball and tip and create INT’s. You really can’t stop Brady, but you can make the throws a challenge to complete and if there is enough hands around the ball, it’ll make him less daring in certain situations.
Things Brady doesn’t like:
1) traffic around his feet, (worried about his knee)
2) hands up at the line, obscuring vision
3) hands on/around the ball, even on completed passes.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:54 am
We need to make Brady as uncomfortable as possible. Do stuff just to piss him off. Get under his skin.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:58 am
I was hoping we could be the one snatching Brady’s hair off,, oh well I’ll settle for smashing his nose in,,,it’s the new thing to do,,right Mark Sanchez?
September 29th, 2011 at 8:58 am
John Lynch talking about the Raiders and how to stop McFadden:
http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/New-England-Patriots-Oakland-Raiders-Darren-McFadden-inside-the-game-John-Lynch-092811
September 29th, 2011 at 8:58 am
The Patriots are a finnesse team. You don’t beat them with brute strength. It’s a mental game of cat and mouse. Defense has to do a good job masking presnap alignments and force Brady to call audibles all the time. From there, at the snap, it’s a chess match of being in the right spot to defend and limit the play.
September 29th, 2011 at 8:59 am
2011 AFC West predictions…
Dominic Zaccagnini
1. San Diego Chargers
2. Kansas City Chiefs
3. Denver Broncos
4. Oakland Raiders
Jack Trudeau
1. San Diego Chargers
2. Kansas City Chiefs
3. Denver Broncos
4. Oakland Raiders
-from zakk and jack in the morning
September 29th, 2011 at 9:00 am
Don’t need to read what Lynch said. DMC cannot be stopped effectively. If they try, JCamp will burn their 32nd ranked pass defense with Ford and Moore. Simple, easy.
Take away DMAC, get routed through the air.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:01 am
zack and jack sounds like a couple of queer chargers fans.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:04 am
anyone know if Reece is playing?
September 29th, 2011 at 9:07 am
brady, oline, dline, welker whoever is going to get fugged up sunday.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:09 am
RAIDER NATION rises…ALL others fail…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:10 am
Don’t need to read what Lynch said. DMC cannot be stopped effectively. If they try, JCamp will burn their 32nd ranked pass defense with Ford and Moore. Simple, easy.
Take away DMAC, get routed through the air.
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Patriot secondary is weak and trying to implement man to man coverage. JCampbell better have his arm loose, make them respect the pass
September 29th, 2011 at 9:11 am
From the Herald, Ian Rapaport
FOXBORO — Brandon Spikes spoke like a Patriot.
When asked about himself, he turned the focus on the team. On his increasing role, he said he plays when he’s called on. And on being a healthy scratch for the season opener, Spikes merely deferred to the coach’s decision and said he prepared as if he was going to play.
The 2010 second-round draft pick might be catching on.
To the Patriots [team stats] coaches who have monitored the mercurial, entertaining, free-spirited inside linebacker, this was a positive development. Reining in Spikes’ wide-ranging persona and redirecting it to football is a task that should pay off.
But what they will never change — and what they don’t want to change — is Spikes’ propensity for hitting, for taking on blockers, for drilling opposing running backs in the chest.
And as the Patriots gear up for Raiders running back Darren McFadden on Sunday in Oakland, Calif., Spikes might be the defense’s best option for containing the NFL’s leading rusher.
“We got a physical style of play,” Spikes said yesterday. “I want to come out and be physical, do what I do. I was brought here to help stop the run, and I’m just going to come out when my number’s called, be accountable and try to get the job done.”
No one says it’s easy to stop McFadden.
“He can do it all,” said Spikes, who has seven tackles in two games.
McFadden is a slashing, bruising runner, averaging 6.4 yards per rush. In the Raiders’ surprising win against the Jets, McFadden provided the key play with a 70-yard touchdown dash in a 171-yard performance.
“He can go the distance from anywhere,” Pats coach Bill Belichick said. “You just can’t ever relax on him.”
The NFL is filled with passing teams, and the league is on record pace in its aerial assault. The Raiders didn’t get the memo. Oakland still pounds the rock, doing so until it springs a big play — usually from McFadden.
“When you’re calling those runs, it’s because of something you see and something you feel you can execute,” Raiders first-year coach Hue Jackson said. “It’s just something that I truly believe in and is something that’s ingrained here.”
Oakland is one of four teams with more than 100 rushes, with an average of 5.5 yards per attempt. It’s a tall task for the Patriots defense, particularly the front seven, to force the Raiders to rely on the shaky right arm of quarterback Jason Campbell.
“In any game, if you can establish stopping the run and just force them to be one-dimensional, that’s a big thing,” Spikes said. “We pride ourselves on stopping the run, and we’re going to do whatever we can to get it done.”
Defensive tackles Vince Wilfork [stats] and Albert Haynesworth loom large in the new 4-3 scheme. Jerod Mayo is the defense’s signal-caller and the All-Pro, yet he is also an outside linebacker who plays away from the tight end. Mayo has thrived in space, blitzing and creating, even while dealing with the acclimation to a new unit. Mayo’s responsibilities have left Spikes in the middle, sorting through traffic and stuffing the run.Spikes is ready for McFadden and the Raiders. That hasn’t always been the case. He missed the final four regular-season games last year because of a league suspension and wasn’t quite himself in the playoff loss to the New York Jets [team stats]. This year, he was nursing an ankle injury through training camp and was inactive the first game while getting in shape.
Now, though, he’s ready.
“It’s going to be a good, physical game,” Spikes said. “Oakland’s always physical; they got some big guys up front. Their backs are downhill guys and they’re looking to make a play. They’re attacking. We want to attack.”
The Pats practiced in full pads yesterday for the first time since Sept. 7, perhaps to gear up for a smashmouth team. There is no way to simulate the challenge of McFadden in practice, though the Pats will try.
“We just want to be fundamentally sound all the way across the line,” Spikes said, “try to build a wall and get after it.”
September 29th, 2011 at 9:13 am
I don’t think they should have someone relay the questions to Denarious Moore for the live chat. Let him see the questions as they come, unfiltered. As opposed to when Tommy Kelly did the live chat I don’t think there is anyone that has anything negative to say about the kid.
I for one have been a big supporter of my MUP since day one.
My question for Moore will be-
Denarious, How do you plan on scoring 2 td’s this week? (because I know you will)
My guess is a 47 yd TD in double coverage on a ball that was not thrown well, But Moore adjusts accordingly to make the catch ala L. Fitzgerald. The second one will be a 12 yard TD on a quick slant or bubble screen.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:14 am
By Karen Guregian / Patriots Beat
Thursday, September 29, 2011 – Updated 11 hours ago
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FOXBORO — The fit was supposed to be a good one and yet, when it comes to Chad Ochocinco, the eye test tells you: square peg in a round hole.
That’s how it’s been eight weeks into a ride Ochocinco first described as heaven but now might fall into a different category. Naturally, all kinds of theories have been floated trying to explain why the wide receiver just can’t blend into the Patriots [team stats] offense and get with the program.
Initially, the NFL veteran was cut some slack because he wasn’t afforded the usual offseason camps to learn the system and get on the same page with quarterback Tom Brady [stats]. After all, this isn’t the kind of offense you can just pick up overnight; it’s not what you would call a paint-by-numbers kind of system.
But now, with a full training camp, tons of practice time and three games under his belt, Ochocinco still looks uncomfortable out there. So that excuse no longer cuts it or explains what we’re still seeing on the field.
In Sunday’s loss to the Buffalo Bills, Ochocinco’s failure to run a crisp route helped lead to one of Brady’s four interceptions. Then there was the dreaded drop on a sure touchdown in the fourth quarter. Yes, as we all know, Ochocinco had a perfectly thrown Brady pass slip right through his hands on the doorstep of the end zone.
So what gives?
Is it too hard for him, being a complementary part, as opposed to a guy who gets the ball on practically every throw, as was the case in Cincinnati? Is it too difficult for him to stay focused if he’s not the man and has to wait a long time between balls being thrown his way? Is that why Brady’s ball fell right through his hands? Because he’s been a rhythm player who’s now out of rhythm?
That’s a popular theory at the moment. Maybe there’s some validity to that notion, but it still doesn’t completely get him off the hook with running poor routes.
Oakland Raiders first-year coach Hue Jackson, who was Ochocinco’s position coach with the Bengals from 2004-06, put one more explanation on the table yesterday during a conference call with the local media.
Jackson, who said he “adores” Ochocinco, raised the personality issue. Since the outrageous, fun-loving, Twitter-centric wideout arrived in town, he has been tamed. His act has been put on mute both on and off the field. By the sound of it, Jackson believes that’s likely contributed to Ochocinco’s struggles thus far.
“When I came to Cincinnati, it was really early in his career, his second or third year. He was on the cusp of becoming a great player,” said Jackson, whose Raiders host the Patriots on Sunday. “What I tried to do is push him and take him to where he truly wanted to go. He wanted to be one of the best in the league. At that time, his time with me, there’s no question he was. He really worked at it. The way he studied videotape, the way he prepared, I let him have his own personality, because that’s Chad. You have to allow him to be him, to get the most out of him.”
There’s no question the Ochocinco who plays for Bill Belichick is a far cry from the Bengals version. Ochocinco still tweets, but after being scolded by former Pats linebacker great and current ESPN analyst Tedy Bruschi [stats], he’s cut that down to a certain extent. Let’s just say his former Bengals teammates might not recognize this Ochocinco, that’s how much he’s stifled his personality.
It’s just a little hard to swallow that letting Ochocinco go back to being a showman, and attention-grabber, will instantly morph him into someone who can once again hold onto a football and run a clean route. It’s hard to figure how those two things go hand-in-hand.
Ochocinco just seems extremely uptight and tense. He needs to loosen up and not play afraid to make a mistake.
Jackson believes Ochocinco will fight through his problems.
“When you’re used to having success, and things have gone for you the way his career has gone, I mean, it’s hard when you don’t see the light at the end of the tunnel,” Jackson said. “But one thing I know about him, he’s going to continue to work. He’ll do everything that’s asked of him.
He’s a tremendous pro. I’m sure he’s working (on) it. Eventually it will come off right for him. I just don’t want it to happen this week.”
-— kguregian@bostonherald.com
September 29th, 2011 at 9:16 am
also fck rivers
September 29th, 2011 at 9:16 am
Anybody heard from Nnamdi, Zach, and Robert? The grass aint always greener on the other side,,just ask Edgerin James about going to the Cardinals only to watch the Colts win the SB right after he left.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:17 am
“He can do it all,” said Spikes, who has seven tackles in two games.
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spikes get his azz ran over by DMAC…fck spikes…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:17 am
Anybody heard from Nnamdi, Zach, and Robert?
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yeah they are fcked…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:18 am
nam21 24 got roasted by an unknown.
miller, invisible man in the sea
galler, injured…
all of the are fcked up
September 29th, 2011 at 9:20 am
SD – QB Philip Rivers playing injured?
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune – Chris Jenkins
San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers (sternum) is playing with some discomfort, still feeling the effects of an illegal hit to the sternum he suffered in Week 2.
Analysis:
An injury would explain a lot. Rivers has been throwing more picks this year and doesn’t look quite the same on the football field. He only threw 13 interceptions last year, but has already tossed 6 of them through 3 games this year.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:20 am
Barry Halverson <—- Man tha fck up…..
Barry Halverson <—- are you a stand up guy?
September 29th, 2011 at 9:21 am
guest123 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:20 am
SD – QB Philip Rivers playing injured?
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune – Chris Jenkins
San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers (sternum) is playing with some discomfort, still feeling the effects of an illegal hit to the sternum he suffered in Week 2.
Analysis:
An injury would explain a lot. Rivers has been throwing more picks this year and doesn’t look quite the same on the football field. He only threw 13 interceptions last year, but has already tossed 6 of them through 3 games this year.
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Thec07 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:16 am
also fck rivers
September 29th, 2011 at 9:22 am
rivers needs to be carted off on a sttcher on sunday…
fck him and the chargers…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:25 am
Yeak Fck the chargers…
Gates is doubtful, may take a few more weeks off. The scar tissue broke on his heel, and he’s already talking like an old man. Need to rest…
good, take all the rest you need. I love having McMichael out there as the SD TE.
Can’t wait till Charger week
September 29th, 2011 at 9:27 am
Dakota Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 8:58 am
John Lynch talking about the Raiders and how to stop McFadden:
http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/New-England-Patriots-Oakland-Raiders-Darren-McFadden-inside-the-game-John-Lynch-092811
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It is a pleasure reading an article that is semi-intelligent.
This:
“The Raiders are almost an anomaly in today’s NFL. The Patriots better be ready for a brawl. Because the Raiders are bullies.
Old-school style”.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:29 am
Can’t wait till Charger week
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Me too brother…. 2 wins bank it…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:30 am
you cant stop DMAC….You can only try to contain him…
fck off lynch…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:32 am
my focus is on our dline kick brady in the face….
September 29th, 2011 at 9:34 am
A lot of us have been hard on McLain this season…. more so after that LT catch and run where McLain ‘whiffed’ on the tackle. But check out this link, at the 8 second mark is the LT play. I didn’t notice this live but McLain was actually blitzing on that play, read it and peeled off and had he made the tackle, would have been a hell of a play.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLmJOMvHIHY&feature=related
September 29th, 2011 at 9:34 am
Hate to say it but Nnamdi has been getting exposed in Philly’s zone defense the way DeAngelo Hall was getting exposed in our Man coverage defense.
Daam Nnamdi!!! What happened?
September 29th, 2011 at 9:37 am
Daam Nnamdi!!! What happened
dumb schit should have stayed…fck him
September 29th, 2011 at 9:38 am
Dstomp Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:34 am
A lot of us have been hard on McLain this season…. more so after that LT catch and run where McLain ‘whiffed’ on the tackle. But check out this link, at the 8 second mark is the LT play. I didn’t notice this live but McLain was actually blitzing on that play, read it and peeled off and had he made the tackle, would have been a hell of a play.
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…and if only Marquez Pope had made that tackle on Shannon Sharpe….would have been a hell of a play too.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:38 am
Dstomp Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:34 am
A lot of us have been hard on McLain this season…. more so after that LT catch and run where McLain ‘whiffed’ on the tackle. But check out this link, at the 8 second mark is the LT play. I didn’t notice this live but McLain was actually blitzing on that play, read it and peeled off and had he made the tackle, would have been a hell of a play.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLmJOMvHIHY&feature=related
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McLain = McClain
September 29th, 2011 at 9:38 am
oh yeah and fck rivers, brady, schuab, ponder, manning1 manning2, collins, rodgers…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:40 am
whole lot of fck’ing going on in here today!
September 29th, 2011 at 9:41 am
It’s the curse of the ex-Raiders.
Z. Miller, Gallery, Cable, Nnamdi
all finding out how good they once had it.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:41 am
Thec07 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:38 am
oh yeah and fck rivers, brady, schuab, ponder, manning1 manning2, collins, rodgers…
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basically fck anybody but the Raiders
September 29th, 2011 at 9:46 am
basically fck anybody but the Raiders
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yeah i am pissed off at QB’s this morning…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:52 am
Raiders 24
Pats: 6
Raiders: Greatest Foe on Turf.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:52 am
Greatest Foe on Turf…..Yes….
September 29th, 2011 at 9:54 am
The 12th man was in full effect live last week…
NE is going down this sunday, no one can help them…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:55 am
Question: Which Pats TE is a better matchup for Mitchell.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:55 am
I know these punk btches(NFL)dont like us, but we dont give a fk, copy catters bite us…they swag suck
September 29th, 2011 at 9:55 am
Question: Which Pats TE is a better matchup for Mitchell.
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either one…both will get kicked in the azz on sunday…
September 29th, 2011 at 9:56 am
If you are reading this and going to the game, PLEASE do not yell or scream when the Raiders have the ball. Yes, I know it is exciting, but let’s be smart fans. Always get amazed at the folks yelling when we have the ball and Campbell is under center.
September 29th, 2011 at 9:57 am
The Big Banana Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:56 am
If you are reading this and going to the game, PLEASE do not yell or scream when the Raiders have the ball. Yes, I know it is exciting, but let’s be smart fans. Always get amazed at the folks yelling when we have the ball and Campbell is under center.
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football etiqutte…
September 29th, 2011 at 10:00 am
Question, which RAIDER will break brady’s face?
I say Big Hen Dog…
September 29th, 2011 at 10:01 am
148.The Big Banana Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:56 am
If you are reading this and going to the game, PLEASE do not yell or scream when the Raiders have the ball. Yes, I know it is exciting, but let’s be smart fans. Always get amazed at the folks yelling when we have the ball and Campbell is under center.
I may be too impaired to yell…lol
Just kidding…but I hope we get loud as hell when Brady has the ball!
September 29th, 2011 at 10:01 am
brady to leave the game with a broken face like the GQ guy…
September 29th, 2011 at 10:01 am
Watch a Colts home game, its almost dead silent in there when Manning is under center.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:04 am
Whats a Drexl? Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:27 am
Dakota Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 8:58 am
John Lynch talking about the Raiders and how to stop McFadden:
http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/New-England-Patriots-Oakland-Raiders-Darren-McFadden-inside-the-game-John-Lynch-092811
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It is a pleasure reading an article that is semi-intelligent.
This:
“The Raiders are almost an anomaly in today’s NFL. The Patriots better be ready for a brawl. Because the Raiders are bullies.
Old-school style”.
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We’re like that brawler that lures the technical fighter into a street fight
September 29th, 2011 at 10:04 am
O.co should post up Silence on the big screens
September 29th, 2011 at 10:04 am
Thec07 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:00 am
Question, which RAIDER will break brady’s face?
I say Big Hen Dog…
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Seymour no doubt
September 29th, 2011 at 10:08 am
What I tried to do is push him and take him to where he truly wanted to go. He wanted to be one of the best in the league. At that time, his time with me, there’s no question he was. He really worked at it. The way he studied videotape, the way he prepared, I let him have his own personality, because that’s Chad. You have to allow him to be him, to get the most out of him.”
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Hue getting the most out of Ocho, BB can’t
September 29th, 2011 at 10:16 am
I say Tyvon Branch on a Safety blitz smashes Brady
September 29th, 2011 at 10:23 am
Ford handling all the KR’s in practice so far. Reece, Brown, Shaughnessy and Johnson not at practice.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:23 am
Wassup peoples!
September 29th, 2011 at 10:23 am
No, Sho Nasty?
September 29th, 2011 at 10:25 am
Thec07 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:00 am
Question, which RAIDER will break brady’s face?
I say Big Hen Dog…
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Lamar
September 29th, 2011 at 10:26 am
Question, which RAIDER will break brady’s face?
Thec07 – I say Big Hen Dog…
inonewordraider – Seymour no doubt
Method To My Madness – Tyvon Branch on a Safety blitz
September 29th, 2011 at 10:27 am
So who will deliver the knock out blow to Welker?
MM
Branch
Romac
or other?
September 29th, 2011 at 10:27 am
McFadden gets pushed out of bounds on a long run and destroys Brady.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:27 am
Question, which RAIDER will break brady’s face?
Thec07 – I say Big Hen Dog…
inonewordraider – Seymour no doubt
Method To My Madness – Tyvon Branch on a Safety blitz
DMAC – Lamar
September 29th, 2011 at 10:28 am
DMAC Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:27 am
So who will deliver the knock out blow to Welker?
MM
Branch
Romac
or other?
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Romac
September 29th, 2011 at 10:28 am
163.Thec07 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:26 am
Question, which RAIDER will break brady’s face?
Thec07 – I say Big Hen Dog…
inonewordraider – Seymour no doubt
Method To My Madness – Tyvon Branch on a Safety blitz
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McFadden. he will be on a sweep that gets cut off so he will sprint directly at the Patriots sideline and crush Brady with a full on helmet blow to Brady’s helmetless head.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:30 am
Raiders FS Michael Huff (concussion) has practiced for two straight days.
Huff must have aced his concussion tests early in the week. Barring a setback, he’ll be available and in the starting lineup against the Patriots’ league-best passing game.
Source: Vittorio Tafur on Twitter
September 29th, 2011 at 10:30 am
It’s basic law of averages. Pick enough WRs and CBs and eventually 1 will shine through. Is Al a mathematician.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:30 am
What Up Nation?
Wimbley will break Brady’s orbital.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:30 am
DMAC Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:27 am
So who will deliver the knock out blow to Welker?
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Mitchell
September 29th, 2011 at 10:30 am
Non football newz…….
So glad the Red Sox are out!!!!!!!!!!!
September 29th, 2011 at 10:32 am
RBrown and Shaughnessey out 2nd straight practice concern me the most
September 29th, 2011 at 10:33 am
Any truth to this…I heard that if we don’t sell out by noon that it will be balcked out…which is an hour off what it is…
September 29th, 2011 at 10:34 am
CorkOnTheNFL Steve Corkran
Sebastian Janikowski is the only player in NFL history with two field goals of 60 yards or longer. He had a 61-yarder against Browns (2009).
42 seconds ago
September 29th, 2011 at 10:34 am
Thec07 Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:27 am
Question, which RAIDER will break brady’s face?
Thec07 – I say Big Hen Dog…
inonewordraider – Seymour no doubt
Method To My Madness – Tyvon Branch on a Safety blitz
DMAC – Lamar
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Moss’s Revenge
September 29th, 2011 at 10:34 am
CODE BALCK!
September 29th, 2011 at 10:35 am
Not that it matters 2 much, but here’s a Patsies latest injury report.
Patriots SS Patrick Chung (thumb) is “preparing to play” against the Raiders this week.
Chung was sorely missed in the loss at Buffalo last week. Although he’s pushing to play, Chung concedes that the decision will ultimately fall on the Pats’ medical staff. Chung did participate in a limited practice Wednesday, a positive sign.
Source: ESPN Boston
Aaron Hernandez (knee) was held out of Patriots practice Wednesday.
Hernandez told reporters early Wednesday that he’s shooting to play Sunday against Oakland, but the Pats don’t use players that don’t practice. It appears Hernandez has not yet been medically cleared to take the field. Regardless, the optimism suggests Hernandez will return sooner rather than later.
Source: Monique Walker on Twitter
September 29th, 2011 at 10:36 am
hwnrdr Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:33 am
Any truth to this…I heard that if we don’t sell out by noon that it will be balcked out…which is an hour off what it is…
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I could of swore it was a sold out already.
I’ll be there anyways though.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:38 am
Can’t imagine that we sell out last week after a loss and not this week after a big win… and playing the MotherTucking Patriots no less.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:39 am
So will I so it don’t matter, but I thought I seen Gorilla Rilla’s post of it being sold out already…I could be worng…
DMAC, where will you be at?
September 29th, 2011 at 10:40 am
Like to see Trevor Scott, Wimbley, and Moss have some impact performances on Sunday. Gotta get to Brady and do it with only four guys. Only a few well-timed disguised blitzes.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:41 am
Imagine that!
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Pretty Rick Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 9:34 am
Hate to say it but Nnamdi has been getting exposed in Philly’s zone defense the way DeAngelo Hall was getting exposed in our Man coverage defense.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:41 am
Can Rod Woodson still be signed to the active roster?
September 29th, 2011 at 10:41 am
MikeReiss Mike Reiss
DL Albert Haynesworth (back) not present at today’s practice, Mike Rodak reports. OL Logan Mankins (illness) returns.
7 minutes ago Retweeted by @CorkOnTheNFL »
MikeReiss Mike Reiss
DL Mike Wright (concussion), TE Aaron Hernandez (knee) and OT Sebastian Vollmer (back) the others missing from practice, Mike Rodak reports.
7 minutes ago
September 29th, 2011 at 10:41 am
hwnrdr Says:
September 29th, 2011 at 10:39 am
So will I so it don’t matter, but I thought I seen Gorilla Rilla’s post of it being sold out already…I could be worng…
DMAC, where will you be at?
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Don’t know what lot I’ll be at yet for the tailgating, but I’ll be sitting in sec 326.
Where u gonna be at?
September 29th, 2011 at 10:42 am
Took Nnamdi a while to become a star in Oakland’s scheme. He’s as good as they come and I think he’ll get it figured out in Philly. Not rooting for him, just my opinion.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:42 am
I’ll be back bros.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:47 am
The Patriots cannot handle DMAC – not many teams can.
“The Arcade” gets shut down this weekend.
Code Black.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:51 am
Go Raiders! Peace out!
Code Black!
September 29th, 2011 at 10:53 am
I’m thinking we can beat both BAL and PIT this year. We will own SD again as well.
NE and HOU will be our toughest foes in the AFC. If we make the playoffs, we will have to face these guys again.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:53 am
DMAC…I’ll be in D Lot hopefully by 8AMish…I sit in section 130.
September 29th, 2011 at 10:54 am
Interesting from JC off of raiders.com
Q: There’s a lot of buzz about this last week. Did you notice the change, like with Raider fans?
Jason Campbell: We try not to notice it because we have a lot to improve on as a team. We feel like we’ve got a long ways to go, the Patriots are coming in town and we know how quickly things can change. You win one, and you are the greatest teams in the world; you lose one, same old Raiders and that’s usually been said. Our mindset is to keep playing and keep getting better from week to week because we’re still a team that’s hungry, still a team that’s trying to get injured players back on the field; we’re still a team that didn’t complete a third down conversion last week and that’s something that can’t happen. So, there’s things we have to improve on – eliminate negative penalties, eliminate the personal foul penalties, so there’s a lot of things we have to improve on. So, we’re not trying to get caught up in things that have been said about our team. We appreciate the respect, but at the same time, we’ve got a ways to go.
September 29th, 2011 at 1:35 pm
Week One: Ghost – exact score
Week Two: Sullivan – closest
Week Three: Pretty Rick – closest
/Breaking News/ Raiders 41 NE 31
Big Banana Raiders 31 Pats 28*
Carl Weathers Raiders 47 – patsies 20
Dakota Raiders 28 Pats 27
Datruth Score: Raiders 42 Pats 35
Dhedee98 Raiders 42 Pats 34
DonManokiansNeighbor Raiders 42 Pats 34
EMRaider NE 35 OAK 41
Fingers Raiders 35…. Patsies 30….
GG Raiders 41 Patriots 21
Ghostraiders Raiders 40 patsies 35 a Classic win!!Guest123 Raider 49 Pats 38
Hairybrush Raiders 34 Pats 30
Hendu Raiders 23-ne 17
JLofty Raiders 41 Pasties 34
Lowdown_in_Beijing Says: Raiders 24 Pats: 6
mikedlopes 38 – 27 Raiders
Method to My Madness Raiders 30 Pats 21
O Raiders 45 Butt-Pats 35
oldschoolraider Raiders 29 Patriots 14
PlunketforHOF Raiders 34 Cheatriots 14 After Goldilocks knocked out of the game before the half
Pretty Rick Raiders-38 Pats-34
qodrn Raiders 35 Patriots 32
R8derCain Raiders 31 Pats 28
R8derRay 41-38 Raiders
Raider510 Raiders 31 Patriots 28
Raiderjhawk 37 Raiders – 35 Patsies
RaiderLen Raiders 38 Patsies 27
RaiderMarty RAIDERS 41 patriots 24
RaiderRockstar Oakland 38 Gisele Bündchen 34
Raiderzmaverick Raiders 34, Pats 28
Reallionreb 38-28 Raiders
Redneck Raider 35-31 RAIDERS
RobRaider raiders 27 pats 20
Severeraiderz Raiders 35 Pats 31
Silverandblack666 Raiders 41 Pats 38